MG assists flood victims
MG Motor New Zealand is teaming up with a not-for-profit organisation to help alleviate some immediate transport-related issues.
With recent extreme weather having hit many parts of the country, the marque has partnered with the Visionwest Community Trust, which is heavily involved with families in west Auckland.
“We wanted to do something to assist some families in need as well as support an agency directly involved with social engagement in affected areas,” says Patrick Bourke, country manager for MG NZ.
“Visionwest Community Trust was identified, so we’ve provided it with five MG ZSTs to use over coming months. It’s only a small gesture, but an important one nonetheless, of what MG can do to help people in our community.”
Nathan May, the trust’s general manager of community services, says: “We’d like to thank MG Motor New Zealand for helping us and west Aucklanders at this time of need.”
May, pictured above right with Bourke, says families who have received the loan vehicles are “incredibly grateful” because having transport means this part of their lives is no longer a logistical struggle.
He adds: “Trying to limit disruption and maintain routines – such as taking children to playgroup or school, running errands or even being able to get somewhere to help others – can play a huge role in getting people back on their feet.
“Additional vehicle accessibility will enable Visionwest to better serve more members of our community by providing outreach support, as well as delivering much-needed household items and consumables.”
Click here to donate to Visionwest’s flood appeal.
